2025 Kia K5: The Best Value Sedan??

While midsize sedans have been on the decline in the US market, many major brands are still offering some great options for those consumers who love sitting down low. For 2025, Kia has updated the handsome K5 with new tech, new looks, and some updated powertrains, making these options even more value-packed than ever! This article will cover the spec breakdowns of the 2025 Kia K5 but be sure to watch the video below for an in-depth design review!

What’s New for 2025?

Design Refresh on exterior and interior
New base engine
EX sees many new standard features and price increase
New ccNC displays with wireless connections
Updated safety systems

Trims and Pricing

MSRP

LXS: $26,990

GT-Line: $27,990

GT-Line AWD: $29,590

GT: $33,090

EX: $34,490

Prices stay reasonable, only going up around $1,000. The exception to that is the EX, which sees many new features and close to a $5k price jump.

Air ball and slam dunk

Slam Dunk: The updates are very nice and welcome to this model

Air Ball: The K5 still doesn’t have a hybrid system, and the new base engine gets worse fuel economy

Design and Features

The K5 has always been known for being a stylish option, and Kia has continued to elevate it for the refresh, with some of Kia’s newest elements. The K5 now has an updated grille with new Star Map lighting from the new EV9. While all models get a handsome and sporty look, the GT model elevates things even more, with neon yellow brake calipers and quad exhausts. As mentioned above, please watch the video linked below for a full in-depth exploration of the exterior design and differences.

Here is the full breakdown of what we currently know about the feature availability:

Feature	Availability
Exterior
LED Headlights	Standard with LED and Star Map Lighting elements
Fog Lights	GT-Line and GT only
Wheels	LXS: 16-inch \| EX: 18-inch \| GT-Line: 18-inch alloys \| GT: 19-inch machined wheels (black optional)
Mirrors	Standard BSM, Heating \| GT-Line+: Turn Signal \| EX: Power-fold
LED Taillights	Standard
Exhaust Outlets	LXS/EX: Hidden \| GT-Line: Exposed dual \| GT: Quad
Forward Emergency Braking	Standard on all K5 Models
Adaptive Cruise Control
Lane Keep Assist
Auto High Beams
Highway Drive Assist	GT-Line: Version 1.0
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	Standard

When it comes to the Interior, the K5 will also be well-equipped on all trims.

Interior
Smart Entry and Remote Start	Standard
Seat Materials	Cloth or SynTex Leatherette
Seat Adjustment	Standard: Manual \| GT-Line: 10-way Power with 2-way Lumbar \| EX: Memory
Push Button Start	Standard
Gauge Cluster	Standard: 4.3-in digital display \| EX or optional on GT: 12.3-in full digital
Blind-View Camera	On Models with full digital display
Steering Wheel	Standard: Leather Wrapped \| Heating: GT-Line AWD and EX
Wireless Charging	GT-Line+
360 Degree Camera	EX (optional on GT)
2-Zone Climate Controls	S+
Seat Climate	Heated Seats: GT-Line+ \| Ventilated Seats: EX (optional GT)
Audio System	Standard: 6-speaker \| EX (optional GT): 12-Speakers Bose Premium Audio
Screen	Standard+: 12.3-inch display with touchscreen capability and WIRELESS Android Auto and CarPlay \| GT-Line+: Navigation
Auto-dimming mirror	Optional on all models
Moonroof	Panoramic on EX+ \| Optional on GT-Line

The rear of the K5 is also well-equipped, making backseat passengers comfortable.

Rear Amenities
USBs	Standard
Rear Vents	EX and GT
Heated Rear Seats	Not Available

For in depth details on the 2025 K5, watch our full first look review linked at the bottom of this article!

What’s Under the Hood?

The K5 continues to have two engine options for 2025, but the base engine comes in a new form:

Standard: 2.5 4-cylinder: 191 hp and 181 lb.ft | 8-speed automatic

GT: 2.5T I-4: 290 hp | 311 lb.ft | 8-speed dual clutch automatic

The only K5 trim that allows AWD is the GT-Line. The fuel economy figures for each model is listed below:

FWD 2.5: 25/36/29 MPG (26/27/30 for LXS)

AWD 2.5: 25/36/29 MPG

FWD 2.5T: 23/33/27 MPG

We hope you have found this overview of the 2025 Kia K5 helpful! For a more detailed first look of the K5, please watch our video below! What do you think of the 2025 Kia K5? Let us know in the comments!